Casual term-time maths tutor post in the Mathematics Department at Blessed Hugh Faringdon School, a Catholic school, with Reading Borough Council as employer. The work is small-group intervention tuition, mainly for Years 10 and 11 pupils working towards a grade 5 at GCSE, with some Key Stage 3 support, planned alongside the Head of Mathematics. Hours are not fixed and are agreed according to intervention need and the tutor's availability. A satisfactory DBS check is required.
What the job involves
- Deliver high-quality small-group maths tuition tailored to learners' needs
- Support students identified for targeted intervention programmes, mainly in Years 10 and 11
- Plan and deliver targeted intervention sessions
- Help students secure key mathematical knowledge and skills
- Help students reach a grade 5 or above at GCSE
- Build students' confidence and resilience in mathematics
- Address misconceptions and gaps in learning
- Stretch and challenge high-attaining students
- Prepare students effectively for assessments and examinations
- Some support for Key Stage 3 students
- Work with the Head of Mathematics and classroom teachers
What’s required
Experience
- Experience of tutoring, teaching or working with secondary-aged students
Skills & knowledge
- Strong subject knowledge across the secondary mathematics curriculum
- Building positive relationships with young people
- Motivating and engaging students of varying abilities
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Working independently and as part of a team
Checks & eligibility
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Other
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Nice to have
- Previous experience of tutoring or teaching mathematics at secondary level
- Understanding of GCSE mathematics specifications and assessment requirements
What’s offered
- Flexible working arrangements
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to students' academic success
- Supportive departmental and school environment
- Working with motivated students striving to improve their outcomes and achieve their aspirations
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
